King of the Highway: The Ultimate Big Rig & Semi-Truck Operations Challenge
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How does a Jake Brake (compression-release engine brake) slow down a semi-truck?
Explanation
A Jake Brake opens the exhaust valves near the top of the compression stroke, releasing trapped compressed air into the exhaust. Instead of returning power to the piston, the energy is wasted, slowing the truck without wearing service brakes.